This tool provides estimates for educational purposes only. We are not accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and do not file claims, provide legal advice, or represent veterans before the VA (38 U.S.C. § 5904). For official assistance, contact a VSO, CVSO, or VA-accredited attorney.
Montana · Disability
Disability benefits in Montana
Based on Federal VA regulations and Montana state-published veteran benefits. This page is a free community resource. We are not VA-accredited and do not file claims or provide legal advice (per 38 U.S.C. § 5904).
Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 · Next review: 2026-10-18
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Primary sources: 38 CFR Part 4, Montana Veterans Affairs Division
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Montana publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Montana Veterans Affairs Division before relying on this page for filing decisions.
Federal disability compensation (same in every state)
The VA may rate service-connected disabilities under 38 CFR Part 4 and pay monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1110 (wartime) or § 1131 (peacetime). The combined-rating estimator computes an estimated monthly amount under 38 CFR § 4.25 if you have one or more rated conditions.
- Combined Rating Estimator: estimate your overall rating under 38 CFR § 4.25.
- 2026 VA Compensation Rates: current monthly rate tables.
- How to File a Disability Claim: federal claim walkthrough.
Montana disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Montana, not by the federal VA. Eligibility, application processes, and benefit amounts are set by the state and may change. Each item links to the authoritative source.
Other Montana-published programs
- Disabled Veterans (MDV) Property Tax Reduction. Montana offers a property tax reduction (MDV) on the primary residence for veterans rated 100% service-connected disabled, subject to income thresholds set annually by the Montana Department of Revenue. Surviving spouses may continue the reduction. Source.
- Montana Veterans’ Home (Columbia Falls). The Montana Veterans’ Home in Columbia Falls and Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive provide long-term skilled nursing care to eligible veterans. Admission follows VA and state eligibility rules. Source.
- Military Retirement Income Exemption. Montana phases in an exemption for federal military retirement pay. VA disability compensation is already federally tax-exempt; this change affects retirement income. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Montana Driver License. Montana driver licenses and state ID cards may include a "VETERAN" designation at no additional fee with DD-214 verification through the Montana Motor Vehicle Division. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Montana
Many Montana counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Montana Veterans Affairs Division typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (MT): the official federal directory.
- Montana CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Montana Veterans Affairs Division.
- Montana Veterans Affairs Division: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.